 Chairs at the dock- Lake Life - 1/39  view of cottage from open grass area - 2/39  Outdoor Living Pic #2 - 4/39  Outdoor Living Pic #3 - 5/39  Living and Dining area - 7/39  Hallway to Bedrooms - 11/39  Master Bedroom Pic #3 - 13/39  Guest Bedroom 1 Pic #1 - 14/39  Play area- below deck - 20/39  path up to cottage from lower deck - 21/39  Waterfront Pic #1 - 23/39  View of the dock and water front - 24/39  view of dock from lower deck - 26/39  Sandy Shoreline Pic# 1 - 32/39  Manitou Mountain Trail - 37/39  Property Hiking Trail - 38/39  View from Eagle Rock Lookout- summer - 39/39 $2400 / week | CONTACT OWNER |
DESCRIPTIONGENERAL DESCRIPTION  | Sleeps 6 |
 | 3 Bedrooms |
 | 1 Bathroom |
 | Pets
not allowed |
 | Smoking
not allowed |
 | Wood stove |
 | Internet |
 | Waterfront |
 | Ski <20km |
Seasonal Cottage Rental 70 Minute drive to Ottawa (To Canadian Tire Centre) 4 hour drive to Toronto (Yorkdale Mall) This quiet, secluded retreat is situated on Black Donald Lake, which offers approximately 27 miles of accessible waterway as part of the Madawaska River System which extends from Lake of Two Rivers in Algonquin Park to the Ottawa River. The majority of the area is crown land and is uninhabited. It is close to a public boat launch (10 minute drive) and close to gas that is available on the water (less than 5 minutes by boat). This split-level cottage offers 1200 sq/ ft of living space and 200 ft of waterfront. It boasts three (3) bedrooms and a bathroom that are removed from the open concept living space, a large kitchen with new appliances, a large wrap-around deck for outdoor entertaining with a fantastic elevated view of the lake, one 43-inch television, WiFi, Netflix, new beds in all bedrooms, a wood-burning stove, and is nestled in a small bay that provides a sandy shoreline for kids and deep, clean swimming off the dock.
Second level Master Bedroom - King Bed with sliders to a small private deck with lake view
Second level Bedroom 1 - Queen Bed (forest view);
Second level Bedroom 2 - Queen Bed (forest view).
Kitchen includes a fridge, stove, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, new kettle, new pots & pans, waffle maker, new blender, all cups, mugs, dishes, cutlery, strainers, milk jug, juice jug, any kitchen tools you may need, and Tupperware.
Outside we offer a new BBQ, 6-seat patio furniture, propane fire pit with two additional cushioned chairs, 1 wood firepit with bench seating and muskoka chairs and picnic table and umbrella below the deck, badminton or spike ball play area, an additional fire pit at the water with bench seating, a large private dock with umbrella and seating and an additional picnic table with umbrella. You will also have use of 2 adult kayaks, 1 adult SUP (stand up paddle board), 1 child SUP, 1 child kayak, and a canoe. The lake is quiet, and the neighbours are rarely even heard, and never seen.
The lake offers great fishing which includes Northern Pike, Small Mouth Bass, Large Mouth Bass, Pickerel (Walleye), Whitefish, Perch, or Rock Bass.
Also, take advantage of Chimo Road South Association's privately-owned hiking trails (87 acres) as well as some of the great local lookouts while you are visiting:
Manitou Mountain Trails:
Eagles Nest Lookout and hiking Trail ~ 12km
Calabogie Lake Lookout ~15km
Manitou Mountain Lookout ~12km
Red Arrow Rock Lookout ~15km
Juniper Ridge Lookout
Other Great Local Attractions include:
Bonnechere Caves (45 minutes)
Calabogie Peaks Ski Hill/Golf (9 Hole) ~18 km
Calabogie Highlands Golf (27 Hole) ~35 km
Renfrew Golf Course (18 Hole) ~60.5 kms
Renfrew Dragon Fly Golf Course (18 Holes) ~55 kms
Burnstown Neat Café and Music Venue and Black Bird Café ~30 minutes
Minimum Stay: 1 Week, prefer 2 Week
$2400/Week
Saturday - Saturday Rental
Check-in: anytime after 2pm Saturday
Check out: 10:00am Saturday
*Weekly rates are based on up to 6 Guests maximum
Please note: our cottage is NOT equipped to accommodate young children overnight (diapers needed, cribs, safety gates etc.).
Please note rentals are on a weekly basis only.
50% deposit is required to confirm the reservation (full payment is required if booking is within 30 days of arrival). Balance is due 30 days before arrival along with the refundable damage/cleaning fee of $500.
An email confirmation will be sent once the deposit is made.
We will refund the damage/cleaning fee within 7 working days after departure providing the home is left in the same clean condition as upon arrival.
All deposits are non-refundable unless cottage is re-booked.
Please note: We are continuously making improvements which will be complete come rental season.
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AMENITIES AND EQUIPMENT | | Bedrooms | 3 bedrooms : - 2 Queen beds - 1 King bed | | | Kitchen | | | | Communications | | | | General | | | | Entertainment | | | | Outdoors Features | | |
Summer Activities
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4 Adult life jackets and 4 Youth life jackets available + VIEW MORE - COLLAPSE | Other Town/Lake/Area: | Renfrew |
AVAILABILITYLast update: January 13, 2024 |
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RATESRates are in Canadian dollars ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | Check-in after | 02:00 PM | | Check-out before | 10:00 AM | | Security Deposit | $500 (Security deposit will be refunded within 7 days of check-out) | | Booking Deposit | 50% due at time of booking (The balance is due 30 days before arrival) | | Accepted Payments | Interac e-Transfer | | Cottage Rules | View |
NOTES During PEAK season (July, August) rentals are typically on a weekly basis only (some exceptions). During peak times (July, August), 50% deposit required to confirm the reservation (Full payment is required if booking is within 30 days of arrival). Balance is due 30 days before arrival along with the refundable damage/cleaning fee of $500. During NON-PEAK period, 50% deposit required to confirm the reservation (Full payment is required if booking is within 2 weeks of arrival) and balance due 2 weeks before arrival along with the refundable damage/cleaning fee of $500. Bed linens and towels are available at an additional cost of $100. Bed linens consist of fitted sheet, flat sheet and pillow cases on all beds. Comforters are supplied at no additional cost. An email confirmation will be sent once the deposit is made. We will refund the damage/cleaning fee within 7 working days after departure providing the home is left in the same clean condition as upon arrival. All deposits are non-refundable unless cottage is re-booked. Seasonal rentals available; inquire for rates. REVIEWS | | Erin |  |
| An excellent cottage! Our family of five was comfortable (though the six year old did share the king bed with us parents). The many outdoor seating areas were great. Lots of shade to keep cool. The lake is huge and clean with lots of great fishing but not too busy. The boat launch is handy at Black Donald Tent and Trailer park (10 min by car, 5 min by boat).
As you can see in the pictures the cottage is not right beside the lake (though the view of the lake from the cottage is spectacular) just something to consider for anyone with mobility issues - it's about a 100 m walk with a fairly steep slope in one section and lots of stairs.
The cottage was immaculately clean. This is super important to me and I was not disappointed. The kitchen was well appointed. Just don't forget your sheets and towels.
Communication with Chris and Karen was clear, friendly and efficient.
We would definitely like to return!
Stayed: July 2022 Submitted: Jul 30, 2022
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| | Donna | |
| This is a beautiful cottage on Black Donald Lake. It is like going to a good friend's home. Everything in the cottage is well taken care of. The beds are comfortable, the kitchen is very equipped, there is plenty of games for inside and outside of the cottage. The swimming is divine. The docks and decks are very well maintained. It makes for a perfect get away! Additionally, the owner's are friendly and responsive.
I also appreciated that the owner's were conscious of the environment and used environmentally safe products inside and outside the cottage.
Stayed: June 2022 Submitted: Jul 06, 2022
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| | Cassandra | |
| This cottage really is bliss! We loved the area and enjoyed hiking and biking the nearby trails as well as the famous Eagles Nest in Calabogie.
The cottage was impeccably clean and had everything we needed and more! The kids loved the paddle boards and kayaks and the great swimming. We were lucky to see some Otters running around the area while we paddled in the water.
The beds were comfortable, the views were beautiful and peaceful and the kitchen had everything to cook meals or just be lazy and have hotdogs on a stick on one of the two fire pits.
This is a rare rental in the area. We can't wait to come back and enjoy this great cottage again!
Stayed: July 2021 Submitted: Aug 02, 2021
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| | Wayne | |
| Black Donald Bliss lives up to its name. We just finished our week and could not have made a better choice. The cottage was very clean and has a great layout. Mornings on the deck and afternoons on the deck were pretty much the schedule for the week. The water was very clear and great for swimming. Calabogie and Burnstown offer great cafes and restaurants, but best to make a reservation at the Redneck Bistro if you decide to go. There are lots of outdoor activities in the area as well.
The cottage was very well equipped, you will not find anything lacking and our whole family was very comfortable for the length of our stay. The lake is big but not as busy as others close to Ottawa and the property has great privacy, it was a very peaceful spot. We have rented may cottages over the years but this is one of the best we have had and certainly earned its 5 stars.
Stayed: July 2021 Submitted: Jul 25, 2021
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| | Melanie | |
| We enjoyed an amazing fall week at Black Donald Bliss, and loved every minute! Fantastic beds and pillows, comfy seating for everyone in the living room (couch and 2 love seats), fireplace with lots of wood, and a very well stocked kitchen, perfect for cooks (food processor, blender, coffee grinder, lots of serving dishes, and great pots/pans and baking dishes). All of this added up to a week of comfort, relaxation, and, well... bliss!
Given it was fall we didn't really use the lake beyond a quick paddle in the canoe, but we did enjoy some of the outside seating overlooking the lake and the incredible fall colours. Karen, Chris, and Everett were great hosts and incredibly kind to the travellers from the treeless tundra.
Highly recommend this cottage and the comfort it offers.
Stayed: October 2019 Submitted: Oct 27, 2019
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CHRIS AND KAREN KURLICKI Member since January 2019 Speaks: English Response Rate: 100% |
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